1990 Golden in color, Iâ€™m thinking that this bottle is more evolved than it should be. It tastes for me closer to a 35 year old champagne but the winery rep stated that this was in keeping with his understanding of the wine. Nose for me was all roasted nuts, hazulnuts specifically, very complex and still rather fresh acidity

1997 very clear, clean, bright, yeasty nose and very fresh. Nice tropical fruits, very pure and showing very very well.

1999 rather floral, slightly toasty, coconut, fleshy nose. On palate much the same, Very drinkable wine but powerful and balanced and very precise. Very enjoyable.

2000 Slightly darker, a bit flabby, Broad nose, almonds, hazelnut, peaches, lush. Very fruity and giving. This is very appealing now but not sure about long term prospects for this one.

2002, very very nice, very balanced, a bit reserved at this point in time but looks like it is hiding a monster. Even at this stage, the wine, while reserved, is broading.

Eng, Fred came to the rescue. He knew where there were three more of the 02 Cristals hidden in a nook back of the reserve room!! So, it turns out we do have what you wanted, and not kept under lights. You really should meet Fred. He just might know a bit more than Steve, so it would be good to get to know him.